Amber alert for Earl?

Whispers are increasing in frequency and volume about the whereabouts of City Engineer Cory Earl. During 2004, as we were renovating our building, we encountered several items that fell under Mr. Earl's jurisdiction and had great difficulty in getting any response from his office.

Ultimately, with the paid assistance of an outstanding geo-tech engineer, we were able to finally meet this city official, who, once alerted, promptly promised to use his powers to get one of our problems ameliorated.

Then nothing.

Accustomed to the pace of government action, we thought little of it, but remained curious about what resolution would ensue.

Now, we hear that we are not the only ones waiting to hear from the city engineer. It appears that Mr. Earl, by all accounts a competent professional civil servant, has gone walkabout. Various individuals and government boards who rely on his presence and/or advice languish in his absence.

We certainly hope that all is well with Mr. Earl, but if city officials can't answer the question "Where is Cory Earl?" it creates all manner of condundrums. Is Mr. Earl on official leave? Is he getting paid during his absence? What government functions are being ignored? Has the mayor contracted with private companies to fill the void? Has a missing persons report been filed and shouldn't the public's help be enlisted in an effort to locate him?

Would the last person to speak with Mr. Earl be kind enough to post a comment or drop us a line?